Description Robert Half is looking for an ambitious, eager Controller to join the team at an well-respected services company. This is a leadership role with responsibility over an accounting and clerical department. The Controller plans and directs all accounting operational functions, handles the accumulation and consolidation of financial data for internal and external financial statements, evaluates accounting and internal control systems, and leads departmental staff. Working with this company, you will receive competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, as well as strong career growth. We want to hear from you if you can motivate others with your positive professional attitude; are honest, reliable and a leader; and can provide outstanding client services by managing self and others with urgency, practicality and accountability. You will also be expected to make key decisions and be able to challenge, negotiate and influence the team. As a part of the leadership team, you will lead the generation of innovative ideas that are sound and progressive, challenge the status quo, and foster creativity throughout your area of responsibility. Your responsibilities
Manage the creation of and monthly monitoring of the annual budget and forecasts
Meet client expectations by reviewing deliverables of self and team to make sure they meet client satisfaction
Produce cash-flow reports, calculating cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, and manage daily cash
Work closely with executive team and partners to facilitate efficient and effective firm-wide operation
Assess, execute and streamline policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
Complete month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, reconcile accounts, and handle G/L analysis
Research, plan and implement Finance Department initiatives including software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as needed
Manage the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques to make sure cash collection is on time
Respond on items beyond formal job responsibilities
Guide all operations of the finance department, including accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
Each month, present executive committee and partners with financial reports
Requirements - Strong analytical capabilities and discernment
CPA or MBA preferred
Ability and willingness to meet business critical deadlines
BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Seizes opportunities to produce results without direct supervision
Demonstrated ability to build and deliver effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds
Budget forecasting experience desired
Command of financial statement preparation
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high pressure environment, to prioritize deals and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent
Prior work done in public accounting is desired
Excellent technology, analytics and management experience required
7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
High attention to detail and possesses excellent organizational and writing skills
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https:///www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .